CHILD CUSTODY When parents, whether unwed or divorcing, cannot reach a custody agreement the Family Court or Supreme Court must render a custody decision. The court will consider numerous factors to determine what is in the best interest of the child or children. These factors can include: Age of the child Health of the child Child’s primary caregiver Health and lifestyle of the parents Child’s preference, depending on age Emotional bonds between the parents and child Financial status and ability of parent to provide for the needs of the child Quality of each parent’s home environment Ability of each parent to provide for the child’s emotional and intellectual development Whether parent will encourage or discourage the relationship with the other The parents’ religion The parents’ neglect or abuse of the child The issue of child custody and visitation is often the most emotionally charged aspect of a divorce or disagreement between unwed parents. Just considering the number of factors that come into play can be overwhelming. Through my broad experience as an attorney, a foster parent with Onondaga County, and law guardian for four counties I’m uniquely positioned to represent your interests and the interests of your children in a custody and visitation matter. You will need my commitment and aggressive representation to achieve an outcome that you and your children can live with. CLICK HERE TO CONTACT ME CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT MY PRE-CONSULTATION QUESTIONNAIRE [ TOP ] THE INFORMATION YOU OBTAIN AT THIS SITE IS NOT, NOR IS IT INTENDED TO BE LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONSULT AN ATTORNEY FOR INDIVIDUAL ADVICE REGARDING YOUR OWN SITUATION. COPYRIGHT © 2010 BY TINA C. BENNET, ESQ. ATTORNEY AT LAW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. YOU MAY REPRODUCE MATERIALS AVAILABLE AT THIS SITE FOR YOUR OWN PERSONAL USE AND FOR NON-COMMERCIAL DISTRIBUTION. ALL COPIES MUST INCLUDE THIS COPYRIGHT STATEMENT. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING SITE DESIGN BY DESTINED STUDIOS; COPYRIGHT © 2010 DESTINED STUDIOS, INC.